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Francesco Clemente: Works 19711979
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The Italianborn Painter Francesco Clemente Came To Prominence In The Mid1970S When Intensely Subjective Yet Universal Themes Filtered Into His Skewed Selfportraiture, Witty Wordplay And Gestural Figuration. This Volume Compiles A Decade'S Worth Of Works On Paper From Those Early Days, Many Of Which Were Inspired By Italy'S Political Crisis At The Time Or Fellow Artists Alighiero Boetti And Luigi Ontani.The Italian Artists Of The 1970S Were Working In The Context Of The Terrorist Generation. There Was A Crisis Of Capitalism And Of Western Societal Valuesboth Of Which Informed Such Major Ideas In Clemente'S Early Work As Fragmentation Of Self And The Refutation Of Reason. Suddenly The Body Became A Territory For Artistic Exploration; It Became A Border And Led To The Idea Of Travel. Here Clemente Learned To Trust Geography Over History, And His Highly Personal Symbolism Of The Time Bears Proof Of An Itinerant Life Spent Between Homes In Madras (Currentday Chennai, India), New York And Rome, With Many Trips To Dehli, Srinagar And Various Areas Of Afghanistan Mixed In.Published On The Occasion Of Clemente'S Recent Exhibition At New York'S Deitch Projects, This Deluxe Volume Highlights The Artist'S Concerns With Process And Conceptnot Technical Perfectionand His Obsession With Paper'S Ephemeral Vulnerability. Hints Of Clemente'S Later Forays Into Surrealism And Deep Human Psychology Are Also Evident, And Provide An Essential View Of The Beginning Of A Masterful Career.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Francesco Clemente's works from 1971-1979? A: Francesco Clemente's works from this period explore intensely subjective yet universal themes, focusing on concepts like the fragmentation of self and the refutation of reason, influenced by Italy's political crisis and his interactions with fellow artists.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book 'Francesco Clemente: Works 1971-1979' is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages are included in this volume? A: This volume contains 256 pages, showcasing a decade's worth of Francesco Clemente's works on paper.
- Q: Is this book suitable for collectors? A: Yes, this book is an essential volume for collectors of contemporary art, particularly those interested in Francesco Clemente's early works and artistic evolution.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may show some signs of wear but is still in a satisfactory state for reading and collection.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Francesco Clemente: Works 1971-1979' is Jean-Christophe Ammann.
- Q: When was this book published? A: This book was published on August 1, 2007.
- Q: What can I expect to find in this book? A: Readers can expect to find a compilation of Francesco Clemente's early works on paper, insights into his artistic process, and reflections on the socio-political context of the 1970s.
- Q: Does the book include any insights into Clemente's artistic process? A: Yes, the book highlights Clemente's concerns with process and concept rather than technical perfection, offering a glimpse into his creative exploration.
- Q: What art movements does Clemente's work relate to? A: Clemente's work from this period is linked to movements such as Surrealism and reflects deep human psychology, illustrating his artistic journey.